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Need for diversity: 10 medical pioneers you should know about

From Cori’s cycle to APGAR score, today's medical professionals can look back and thank pioneering women who advanced our understanding of medicine and science, as well as women who revolutionized how medicine is practiced today.

Nutrition and Exercise

How to Safely Reach and Maintain a Healthy Weight and What to Know About Weight-loss Medications

Although no single number on the scale will work for everybody, doctors and nutritionists can estimate a good weight range to aim for based on factors such as sex, body shape, age, lifestyle, genetics, and existing medical conditions.

Research Highlights

Hope Through Clinical Trials: Brain Cancer Vaccine Trial Shows Promise for Glioblastoma Patients

Glioblastoma, an aggressive form of brain cancer, remains one of the most difficult types of cancer to treat. Now, researchers have developed a vaccine that may prevent the recurrence of this deadly disease.

Research Highlights

A More Representative Sample Size: FDA to Plan for Diversity in Clinical Trials

After years of mounting evidence, federal regulators have introduced a new provision requiring researchers to include a diversity plan in their clinical trials, emphasizing the importance of inclusivity in medical research involving human volunteers.

Research History

Where it All Began: The History of Clinical Research

Modern clinical trials involve cutting-edge medicines and devices. It's easy to think of the process as a modern invention, but clinical research history dates back further than you might imagine.

Research Highlights

14 Million Life-years Gained! Everything You Need to Know About How Clinical Trials Changed Our Lives In The Last Four Decades

Clinical trials always involve humans and are meant to make improvements to already existing treatments. Learn more about how these trials have changed our lives forever.

Women’s Health

Why are Women More Likely to Have Adverse Drug Reactions Than Men?

A recent Australian study estimated that up to 250,000 hospital admissions are related to medication and cost the healthcare system a whopping $1.4 billion a year! Adverse drug reactions are no joke, but why do women seem to be getting the short end of the stick?

Chronic fatigue syndrome/Long Covid

Studies Shed New Light on How the Gut Microbiome Affects Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

In February 2023, two studies published in the journal Cell Host and Microbe showed correlations between chronic fatigue syndrome and the deficiency of specific microbes in the gut microbiome that produce an acid called butyrate.

Well-Being

One Pill Wonder: Can Targeted Medication Cure Binge Drinking?

Results from a recent study published in the American Journal of Psychiatry show that naltrexone could “significantly reduce” the intensity of alcohol cravings, reducing binge drinking frequency.

Brain health

Have Scientists Discovered a Way to Retrieve Lost Memory?

Have you ever stayed up all night cramming for a test only to forget the answer to every question? It turns out you're just overtired. The good news is science might have found a way to bring those memories back.

Pet Health

The Pursuit of Happiness: Dogs vs Cats? The Super Bowl and Recent Research Answers

During the first year of the pandemic, nearly one in five U.S. households adopted a dog or cat. Those four-legged companions provided comfort and companionship to people from all walks of life, but recent research shows that only one of these pet groups may have helped survivors cope better.

Chronic fatigue syndrome/Long Covid

A Ray of Hope: New Study Finds That Mild Cases of Long-COVID May Not Last as Long as We Previously Thought

Long-COVID, for the past 2-3 years has quietly plagued our world; putting scientists and healthcare professionals on edge with many wondering just how long they would have to deal with the issue. However, mild cases may not last as long as we previously thought according to a new study.

News

Can You Hear Me Now?: Studies Show High Risk of Hearing Loss in Young People

Unfortunately, hearing loss is generally irreversible. Although there are treatments such as hearing aids that can help you continue to communicate, you can’t restore the lost sensitivity. The best way to ensure your hearing follows you into old age is to take measures to protect your hearing today.

Nutrition and Exercise

Take Your Vitamins: Recent Study Links Multivitamins and Brain Health

Researchers have discovered that a certain multivitamin-mineral supplement produced up to a 60 percent slowing of cognitive decline compared to both placebo and cocoa extract groups. Is this the solution for brain decline in elderly folks? Read to learn more.

Mental Health

Treatment-Resistant Depression (TRD): Esketamine Therapy

In 2019, the FDA approved esketamine nasal spray for use in adults with treatment-resistant depression. How does this work, and what are the benefits and limitations? We’ve explored esketamine therapy and included insight from a research coordinator who was involved in one of the clinical trials.

Chronic fatigue syndrome/Long Covid

Chronic Fatigue Syndrome: An Often-Overlooked Condition

According to research, around 836,000 to 2.5 million people in the United States are dealing with chronic fatigue syndrome. However, an estimated 90% of people with CFS/ME have not yet been diagnosed and may struggle to get better without timely and appropriate treatment.

Well-Being

This New Year, Resolve to Care for Your Health With Preventative Health Screenings

As we get older, we are at higher risk for a variety of conditions. Fortunately, many of these conditions, such as high blood pressure, heart attacks, diabetes, and cancer, can be mediated—or even prevented—by regular screenings.

News

Fighting Aging: A Paradigm Shift in How We Approach Health

Aging is a natural part of the life cycle that happens universally across most living organisms. It's an inevitable part of the process of life and death. Although aging is inevitable, lifestyle behaviors can immensely impact it. Everybody knows the basic rules for a healthy life, including eating healthy, maintaining

News

Is There a Need to Test New Drugs On Animals? The FDA Modernization Act 2.0

From a murderous cough syrup to a blinding mascara, the importance of pre-testing drugs and other biological products is accepted despite the problems involving pre-testing on animals. Thankfully, a recently passed bill has resolved the issues involving animal testing…or has it?

Other

Pour Some Sugar on Me: Debunking Holiday Sugar Myths

Most holidays are celebrated with some kind of family feast. We think of these meals as a high point of the year, stuffing our faces with all our favorite foods, but sometimes we shame ourselves for that indulgence. Should we be so ashamed, or is our indulgence less harmful than we think?

News

Why the Rise in RSV and How to Stay Safe During the Holidays

RSV is becoming more severe and is resulting in higher hospitalization rates in infants, youngsters, and the elderly. Experts suggest taking preventative precautions and argue that the abandonment of anti-COVID efforts may be to blame. Learn why RSV is spreading and how to be safe over the holidays.

Weight Loss

Big Breakfast or Midnight Snack: How Your Eating Schedule Affects Your Weight

Although the “midnight snack” is a nearly ubiquitous concept in modern society, eating late at night may actually be negatively affecting your sleep, your metabolism, your energy levels, and your appetite, all of which have a direct impact on your ability to maintain a healthy weight.

Research Highlights

New Prenatal Surgery May Treat Spina Bifida More Effectively

Spina bifida is a birth defect affecting the spine. It occurs when some part of the neural tube along the spine does not fuse properly before birth, preventing proper bone growth along the spine. This typically results in damage to the spinal cord and the neural net it protects. Infants

Pet Health

How Dog Clinical Trials Help Us Live Longer and Healthier Lives

Dogs are valuable to our health in ways that go beyond everyday quality of life. Because dogs have over 350 diseases in common with us, including a variety of cancers, incorporating them in studies and clinical trials can provide a unique insight into potential treatments.

Research Highlights

Breaking the Itch-Scratch Cycle: Hope For Babies with Eczema and Allergies

The Stopping Eczema and ALlergies (SEAL) study was designed to find out if treating skin irritation in infants could prevent the development of eczema, allergies, and other related conditions by repairing dry skin before it could be damaged further.